1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 403 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
